State Police investigate a personal injury, leading to a DWI arrest in the town of Mooers NY

Press Release

On February 23, 2025, at approximately 12:50 a.m., State Police arrested Michael J. Gallagher, a 23-year-old resident of Watervliet, NY, for driving while intoxicated.

The incident occurred on Saint Johns Road in the town of Mooers, where officers responded to a report of a personal injury accident. An investigation revealed that Gallagher was driving a blue 2016 Kia when he lost control of the vehicle, exited the roadway, and entered a ditch.

Champlain EMS was present at the scene, providing medical assistance to both Gallagher and his passenger, Alyssa T. Meachum, a 21-year-old from Chazy, NY. Gallagher declined medical attention, while Meachum was transported to CVPH for treatment of a possible hand injury.

During the interview, Gallagher exhibited signs of impairment. Troopers administered Standard Field Sobriety Tests (SFSTs), which he did not pass. He was subsequently arrested and taken to the State Police station in Champlain for processing, where he registered a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .14%.

Gallagher was released on an appearance ticket and is scheduled to appear in the Town of Mooers Court in March.